2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3455 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
